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Optimize the medication process
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1. Medication standardization
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2. Computerized physician order entry and clinical decision support
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3. Bar code technology
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4. Computerized intravenous infusion devices
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5. Medication reconciliation
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Eliminate situational risk factors
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1. Avoid excessive consecutive and cumulative working hours
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2. Minimize interruptions and distractions
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3. Trainee supervision and graduated responsibility
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Oversight and error interception
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1. Intensivist participation in ICU care
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2. Adequate staffing
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3. Pharmacist participation in ICU care
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4. Incorporation of quality assurance into academic education
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